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UUP 666K

1972 Talbot Avenger

Orange Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,165 mi
Last recorded93,165 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Talbot Avenger46,981 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUP 666K
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2017 93,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 92,406 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 3,859 miles

exh modified

vehicle modified

Pass 11 Jun 2013 3,831 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

exhaust modified

suspension and running gear obviously modified

Pass 2 Aug 2011 4,445 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 4,474 miles

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

How Reliable is the Talbot Avenger?

Based on 830 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
477
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
brake recording little or no effort 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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UUP 666K is a 1972 Talbot Avenger in Orange with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Talbot Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 46,981 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UUP 666K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this Talbot Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UUP 666K registered?

UUP 666K is a 1972 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is UUP 666K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUP 666K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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